The Importance of Sportsmanship in Taekwondo: A Guide for Practitioners
Introduction Taekwondo is a dynamic and physically demanding martial art that requires skill, technique, and discipline. In addition to these physical attributes, it’s important for practitioners to embody the principles of sportsmanship. Sportsmanship refers to the values and behaviors that are considered fair, respectful, and honorable in sports. In Taekwondo, this includes things like showing […]
Six Reasons Why Taekwondo is Important
Taekwondo is a martial art that originated in Korea and has since become one of the most popular forms of martial arts in the world. It is known for its emphasis on kicking techniques and its incorporation of both physical and mental training. In this blog post, we will discuss the various reasons why Taekwondo […]
Why Taekwondo Kicks are a Powerful Weapon in Self-Defense
Taekwondo is a martial art that originated in Korea. It is known for its powerful kicks, which are used to strike opponents in self-defence or competition. But are these kicks effective in real-world situations? The short answer is yes, Taekwondo kicks can be effective. They are designed to target vulnerable areas of the body, such […]
Swift Current Christian Taekwondo to host 2023 Sask WT Taekwondo Provincials
Swift Current Christian Taekwondo, in collaboration with Sask WT Taekwondo, will be hosting the Provincials in Swift Current on February 18, 2023, at the Stockade in Kinetic Exhibition Park. With hundreds of athletes and their families attending, this will be the first time this tournament will be hosted in this city. “We are excited to […]
How To Do An Inside Body Block
LEARN How to Body Block Like A PRO! In Taekwondo, the body block (or Momtong Makki) should move along a straight line across the chest. The wrist of your blocking arm should be straight, the angle of your blocking arm can range from 90-120 degrees, and you should keep your fist as high as your […]
The Complete Guide to Self-Control and How to Develop it
What are the Benefits of Having Strong Self Control? Self-control is the ability to regulate one’s emotions, behaviors, and thoughts. It is a crucial part of mental strength and can be considered a superpower. Advantages of strong self-control: – Helps people to take charge of their lives – Helps people to get what they want […]
How To EASILY Improve Your Front Kick
The front kick is a fundamental move in Taekwondo and is often one of the first techniques taught to beginners. It is an essential part of any practitioner’s arsenal and can be used in self-defense situations or in sparring matches. Proper Form and Technique To execute a front kick, you need to start in a […]
Swift Current Christian Taekwondo medals at Dan-Do Online Poomsae Nationals
Swift Current Christian Taekwondo had seven competitors secure silver and bronze medals in the Dan-Do Online Poomsae Nationals – a tournament that focused on poomsae, or defined patterns of defence and attack motions, and was open to all Canadian Taekwondo practitioners. “This competition provided another opportunity for our students to shine and put Saskatchewan on […]
How To Stop Bullying #4 – Puppy Time!
One of the worst feelings, when you are being bullied, is the feeling of utter loneliness. That feeling where you think there is no one that cares about you, no one to talk to. I’ve been there. Done that. Truth is, someone always has your back. You might not just know it yet because you […]
Kukkiwon Logo New and Improved
Fun fact … The Kukkiwon (World Taekwondo headquarters in South Korea which inevitably influences how we train at Swift Current Christian TKD) renewed their logo in March 2021 to reflect their commitment to world peace. The new Kukkiwon logo has pictograms of Taekwondo movements, embodying the organization’s firm willpower in pursuit of a broader world. […]